Things to do in Anchorage
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Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Alaska Helicopter Glacier Landing Tour — Anchorage Area (1 Hour)
Whittier to Anchorage: Wildlife & Scenic Transfer Tour
Wildlife Center with Lunch and Local Beer Sampling
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
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Seward: Kenai Fjords National Park Extended Glacier Cruise
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Anchorage Trolley's Deluxe City Tour
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Alaska Helicopter Glacier Landing Tour — Anchorage Area (1 Hour)
What to do in Anchorage
Popular places to visit
Alyeska Ski Resort
Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.
University of Alaska - Anchorage
Walk around the campus at University of Alaska - Anchorage as part of your travels around Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Anchorage Museum
One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state.
Alaska Native Heritage Center
Go on a dog team ride and meet the racers and husky pups, as you learn about the many groups of Alaskan Natives.
Port of Anchorage
Explore the waterfront of Port of Anchorage and enjoy activities such as hiking in Anchorage. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Alaska Zoo
Meet the animals who live at Alaska Zoo during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Prince William Sound
Explore this protected island-dotted sound, where the waters and coastline host an incredible range of wildlife including whales, bears and otters.
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
Visit parks with picturesque fields and hilly terrain overlooking the icy coast and get a sense of the size of our solar system.
Where to stay in Anchorage
Downtown Anchorage
Travelers to Downtown Anchorage praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Anchorage Historic City Hall and Log Cabin Visitor Information Center.
Spenard
Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.
Midtown Anchorage
Midtown Anchorage is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Arctic Benson Park and Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch while in the area.
Turnagain
If you're spending some time in Turnagain, Prince William Sound and Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Alyeska
While visiting Alyeska, you might make a stop by sights like Girdwood Park and Girdwood Town Square.
